The Bite Magazine - Spring/Summer 2023 - Issue 33

bitebags “We have eaten off silver plates, worn clothes woven with gold threads and toyed around with precious gemstones. For [over] 2,000 years, India was the world’s sole supplier of these gemstones. India was also home to diamonds and invented the diamond drill, which was then taught to the Romans. [Its] fascination with jewellery dates back to the In- dus Valley Civilisation, which produced necklaces lined with pendants of banded agate and jade beads suspended by a thick gold wire that passed through a perfectly drilled hole in each bead.” The atelier provides an inspiring and enriching en- vironment for artisans and craftsmen to collaborate and create masterpieces. “Each Aranyani handbag results in their collective inspiration, talent and dedicated craftsmanship” and are intimate and trustworthy to the modern woman. Its vision is to create a sustainable legacy in the luxury fashion industry for future generations by providing an exquisite contemporary luxurious experience. It be- lieves in creating a positive impact at every touch- point. Following the launch of its London store in May- fair, the brand presented five capsule collections of hand-painted and hand-embroidered Italian leath- er handbags in 24-karat gold-gilding and precious gemstones. The handcrafted Classic Collection injects elegance and zest into the modern woman daily life who uses calf napa, lined with water-re- sistant leather and antique-gold finish hardware, including the exclusive ‘O’ ring to give it a classic look. Tote 19 in obsidian black, deep forest, lava red, ivory, moonlight blue, midnight blue, mahogany or pink orchid renders a formal look with enough room to fit a laptop, phone, documents, writing pad, cosmetics and other daily travel needs. Shoulder Bag 14 in the same hues (except moonlight blue) represents an essential, contemporary-styled every- day soft bag with a secure zip closure to ensure the safety of your valuables. It can be carried by hand or worn on the shoulder or across the body with the shoulder strap. Other accessories in this collection include the gender-neutral iPad Bag 14 and 15, where you can carry your phone, documents, a power bank, and a writing pad beside an iPad. The sleek companion iPad Sleeve 11 allows a smooth and easy way to slip into your iPad or tablet whenever you move around. Wristlet 7 can store cosmetics, passports, cards, cash or stationery; Travel Pouch 9 has enough room for similar items to the Wristlet; and Card Holder with a flap closure for your credit and business cards. The Carnival Collection with 24-karat gold gilding is hand-painted and embroidered, inspired by the ballad, the opportunities and the incredible mira- cles of nature. Crossbody 5 and 8 and Top Handle 6, a miniature version of the quintessential Top Han- dle 14 Bag, in several hues, have an embellished artwork of butterflies fluttering by flowers in un- trammelled happiness. The iPad Sleeve, Wristlet, Travel Pouch and Card Holder are also available in this collection. Heritage gold gilding artwork found in the palac-